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Rushing was built from the ground up. Through dedication, strength, and putting humans first, a particular rush comes with putting together all of the pieces. We create, problem-solve, analyze, and eventually bring it all to life. We want to show people the Rushing difference in a way that makes an impact where people and the planet flourish.

Eric Vander Mey

“Scientists investigate that which already is; engineers create that which has never been.” – Albert Einstein At Rushing, we are committed to the challenge and believe that success often exists outside the traditional boundaries. Eric joined Rushing in 2006 shortly after Rae Anne and Scott founded the company and has been a leader focused on…

Steven Huff

With extensive experience in both plumbing and fire protection design, Steven offers a critical piece of Rushing’s diverse knowledge base. He is adept at providing systems design solutions on projects ranging from small-scale residential to high-rise commercial and everything in between. Combining his knowledge of LEED protocols and expansive plumbing design expertise—including everything from central…

Anton Leitner

Anton has been a dedicated member of the Rushing team for many years now. Starting in the admin department, he learned the necessary skills to become a valued Plumbing Studio member. Anton has contributed to everything from small-scale public facilities to large-scale private hotels/condos/apartments. He is particularly interested in designing high-rise buildings as they offer…

Brandon Hunter

Originally from Virginia Beach, Brandon grew up a “military brat,” moving frequently before settling in Washington in 2006. He quickly fell in love with all the Pacific Northwest has to offer. Brandon graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Washington State University’s Everett campus. He is relatively new to the industry but…

“We understand that innovation and creativity are born through diverse design representation in problem solving.” – Rae Anne Rushing 

Brandon Wold

Brandon is a Plumbing Engineer from Los Angeles, California, who has since relocated to Seattle. After graduating from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, he applied years of design experience as an intern for Dave Hodges, P.E., to a career in MEP engineering. Brandon gained experience specializing in plumbing engineering while working at Plump Engineering and…

Brent McGraw

Brent offers over 15 years of Plumbing design experience and an upbeat personality for engineering highly efficient plumbing systems, providing creative solutions to applying heat pump water heating technologies and finding the best fit for the project and owners. They are passionate about Rushing’s holistic project approach and collaborative team efforts. Brent holds a Bachelor…

Cameron Smith

Cameron is a dedicated and results-oriented Fire Protection Engineer with 25 years of project experience. He is an asset to Rushing with expertise in personnel and project management, hazard analysis, fire suppression systems design, fire alarm systems, plan review, peer review, specifications, code consulting, development planning, property inspection, training, fabrication, and procurement. Cameron is known…

Dan Maier

Dan offers his dedication, enthusiasm for the built environment, and passion for architecture to Rushing’s holistic approach to projects and teamwork. With a background in Mechanical and Plumbing design, Dan has experience designing many systems across the construction industry. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from the University of Central Florida in…

David Carlock

David offers his expertise in plumbing and mechanical systems and his adaptive and energetic personality here at Rushing. He enjoys sharing about our projects and accolades with our partners across platforms and is passionate about Rushing’s holistic approach to both its projects and collaborative, team-oriented workspace. David holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering…

“We pride ourselves on inclusion, sharing a space in which everyone has a voice and a seat at the table.” – Rae Anne Rushing

Mackenzie Norfolk

Mackenzie holds a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA. With a Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fire Protection design background, Mackenzie brings a determined attitude and expertise in space planning and complex system design to Rushing’s Plumbing Studio. Spending the last decade living in Atlanta, she is excited…